Diketopyrrolopyrrole (DPP) Scarlet Pigment from Japan
DPP scarlet pigment is a modern synthetic organic pigment delivering bright scarlet tones with superior weather resistance for exterior coatings. HTS 3204.17.90 applies to this 'other' pigment based on synthetic coloring matter as per note 3. It avoids exclusions for mastics or retail dyes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure documentation specifies 'coloring pigment' use to differentiate from extenders excluded from 'coloring matter' definition
• For powder forms, confirm no nonaqueous dispersion to stay out of 3824
• Pre-classify via binding ruling if blended with extenders nearing exclusion thresholds